What is Kakuna's evolution line?

Kakuna evolves from Weedle and then evolves into Beedrill. It is the middle stage of a three-stage evolution line.

What is the "Single Strike" designation on the card?

"Single Strike" is a battle style introduced in the Sword & Shield era, signifying cards that focus on powerful, one-hit knockout attacks, though Kakuna's ability is defensive in nature.

Is this Kakuna card rare?

No, this Kakuna card from the Chilling Reign set is a common card, meaning it is one of the more frequently found cards in booster packs.

What does the "Stiffen" attack do?

The "Stiffen" attack reduces the damage this Pokémon takes from attacks by 40 during your opponent's next turn, after applying Weakness and Resistance.

Who illustrated this card?

The illustration for this Kakuna card was created by nagimiso, as indicated by "Illus. nagimiso" at the bottom of the card.

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KakunaChilling Reign #2 Pokémon Card

Chilling Reign·#2·2021

Kakuna is a quintessential Bug/Poison-type Pokémon from Generation I, known for its iconic cocoon stage and its eventual evolution into the formidable Beedrill, holding significant cultural weight for many fans. This specific card from the 2021 Chilling Reign set is a common printing, yet it stands out with its dynamic artwork and its thematic defensive ability. Here, visitors will find a deep dive into Kakuna's Pokédex lore, its card mechanics including HP and the "Stiffen" attack's energy cost, its weakness, and the history of this particular edition.

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Card Number: #2
Release Date: June 18, 2021
Language: EN
Set Code: SWSH6

Kakuna is a Bug/Poison-type Pokémon, first introduced in Generation I alongside its pre-evolution Weedle and its evolution Beedrill. Known as the Cocoon Pokémon, Kakuna spends its time immobile, firmly attached to trees, undergoing metamorphosis. While appearing dormant, it is actually highly active within its shell, preparing for its evolution into the aggressive Beedrill. Its hard outer shell provides significant defense against predators, though it can still be vulnerable to attacks. In the wild, Kakuna are typically found in forests and wooded areas, often clustered together. They are not known to consume food during this stage, relying on the nutrients stored from their time as a Weedle. In the Pokémon games and anime, Kakuna often serves as a representation of growth and transformation, highlighting the patience required for evolution. Its role in the early games as a common encounter in Viridian Forest made it a recognizable figure for many new trainers. Culturally, Kakuna embodies the concept of hidden strength and the calm before a powerful emergence. Its type combination of Bug and Poison gives it resistances to Fighting, Bug, Grass, and Fairy, but also leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Flying, Psychic, and Rock-type attacks.